Royal College Student

As a student at the Royal College, you most likely came from money, a family of social prestige somewhere in the world, or showed great promise in tethering the bond resulting in a professor taken notice of your talents and given entry. The Royal College was originally founded by four wizards who created four dormitory houses for students. Upon arrival, you were placed in one of the four houses, provided food, board and scheduled classes with the brightest and most renowned Arch Mages across Erenel.   Choose one of the four founding houses. This house help represent your ideals and life long friendships.

House Anima
Motto: From One, Many
Values: Science, Society
House Anima far outpaces the other houses academically. Generally, the brightest and most promising students come to House Anima and take little if any supervision from the House Master.

House Ignitus
Motto: Seize Life
Values: Fame, Passion
House Ignitus has a strong and illustrious military history thanks to its Flame Draconic founder. Although the house no longer maintains ties with any militia, its strict discipline and ruthless drive for success makes the house one to be reckoned with.

House Terra
Motto: Stand Firm
Values: Justice, Resolve
It would be easy to dismiss the house as "average" but the student's determination stands as a testament to what is achievable through perseverance even when lacking talent.

House Tritonis
Motto: Find a Way
Values: Determination, Free Thought
Since its founding, House Tritonis has excelled particularly in academics and marine research. The students are seen as more free spirited and enjoy the creative arts.
 

Features

Field of Study

Years of study at the Royal College has earned you specialized knowledge in a particular field of study. Choose one of the following fields of study below or work with your DM on a selection. When you encounter an example of your Field of Study, you automatically recall some useful fact about it. This doesn't automatically reveal exact locations but may help to answer questions within reason.   Field of Study Choices

Creature type

Artifacts

School of magic

Plane of existence

Deity or Patron

Suggested Characteristics

You are defined by your extensive studies and House you were placed in upon admission. These characteristics reflect into your life as well as your scholarly pursuits. Feel free to use your own traits, ideals, flaws and bonds in place of the options below.

Traits

Personality
1	Those with no magical talent aren't worth my time, and divine tetherers only slightly less so.
2	I've read every book in the Royal Library—or I like to boast that I have.
3	I'm used to helping out those who aren't as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to others.
4	I never pass up the chance to share some trivia regarding my study.
5	I constantly note the surrounding terrain looking for any magical significance.
6	I . . . speak . . . slowly . . . when talking . . . to idiots, . . . which . . . almost . . . everyone . . . is . . . compared . . . to me.
7	I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.
8	I'm convinced that people are always trying to steal my belongings.

Ideal

Ideal
1	We enjoy great knowledge because those who came before us passed it down. We must follow their example.
2	Sometimes we must sacrifice personal convenience for the good of others
3	Emotions must not cloud our logical thinking.
4	Rules exist for a reason. We must follow them, and punish those who don't.
5	Knowledge is the path to power and domination,
6	The goal of a life of study is the betterment of oneself.

Bond

Bond
1	It is my duty to protect those in my House.
2	I came across an ancient text in the Royal Library that I shared with a trusted professor.
3	I accidentally unleashed something during my time of study, and I know I must face it again one day.
4	My life's work is a series of tomes I began before graduation and have since expanded upon.
5	I've been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question that even the Arch Chancellor could not answer.
6	One professor at the Royal College gave me a second chance. Some day I will repay the favor.

Flaw

Flaw
1	I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
2	Most people scream when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy.
3	Unlocking an ancient mystery is worth the price of a civilization.
4	I stole the identity and position of another to enter the Royal College
5	I become intensely jealous of anyone who commands stronger magic than I can.
6	My curiosity overrides my fear. One day that'll be the death of me.